Mendelssohn - Song without Words, Op. 67 No. 5 in B minor

this sweeps the board in this repertoire. — Penguin Guide, 2011 edition More…

As always, Shelley makes light of the music’s technical difficulties, and plays with innate musicianship throughout. It’s possible to feel that there’s a touch more poetry and drama to be found... — BBC Music Magazine, August 2021, 5 out of 5 stars (Performance) / 4 out of 5 stars (Recording) More…

Technically, of course, Donohoe is absolutely secure, as well as generously displaying the love of this music that he mentions in his note. — BBC Music Magazine, February 2022, 3 out of 5 stars (Performance) / 4 out of 5 stars (Recording) More…

Martin Jones' musicianship is perhaps seen at its best in his playing of the 'Songs Without Words'. For many years Mendelssohn's music for the keyboard was neglected but this six CD set, so... — Contemporary Review More…